2008 Honda Jazz vs. 1973 Mazda RX-3
To start off, 2008 Honda Jazz is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda RX-3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda RX-3 would be higher. At 1,964 cc, 1973 Mazda RX-3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda RX-3 (100 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2008 Honda Jazz. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda RX-3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Jazz weights approximately 137 kg more than 1973 Mazda RX-3.
Because 1973 Mazda RX-3 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Mazda RX-3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Jazz, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mazda RX-3 (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Jazz. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda RX-3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Jazz | 1973 Mazda RX-3 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Jazz | RX-3 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 989 kg | 852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 65 L |
